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Good afternoon mo happy Sunday long everone, especially ol faithful parents blong School 🏫.

As yumi stap go through lo wan industrial action we Vanuatu Teachers Union i organisem and ol tijas blong yumi around Vanuatu oli on long hem since lo full last week, mo yumi still no sure wetaem bae VTU bae hemi stopem, administration i wantem remindem yumi bakegen mo assurum yumi long ol following thingting.

1. Normal classes bae hemi start off bakegen i no long time. Folem information we ikam andap long VTU office, bambae ikat some signing of agreements we bae Vanuatu government through long ministry blong Edukesen mo Trening wetem Teaching Service Commission (TSC), bae mekem long tomorrow wetem VTU lo how bae hemi ansarem demand blong ol teachers. Then VTU hemi kolem of strike.

2. Students behavior and attitudes. Long end blong term 1, ol teachers oli manage blo go around long community mo discussem Term 1 report along wetem report cards wetem yufala ol parents mo givim some solutions how bae yumi playem part blong yumi blong shapem pikinini long house before hemi kamback long term 2. I also kat some activities we administration hemi discouragem blong ol pikinini oli involve long hem from i save disturbem olgeta long learning blong olgeta. Hemi look sad time we pikinini hemi kamback long skul lo term ya mo continue repeatem same attitude we hemi displayem long term 1. Most long ol parents oli no mekem duty blong olgeta long home olsem first teacher blong pikinini. Information hemi kasem administration se right after long awareness, some parents oli letem ol pikinini blong olgeta blong ko boys camp lo Sakao, diver long night, etc... Long end blong day, parents i kam putum blame long teacher which is hemi look nogud. Again , while yumi wait blong classes hemi resume, holemtaet pikinini blong yu long house, mekem i study hard. Besides this, hemi time we yu olsem wan parents i teachim pikinini blong yu some life skills mo important values blong hemi save.

3. VANSTA, PROVINCIAL EXAM MO NATIONAL EXAM. Spos pikinini blong yu hemi stap long year 4 mo 6, Mekem pikinini blong yu i stap kwaet long house mo study hard from bae hemi sitim VANSTA Exam long manis October. Spos pikinini blong yu hemi stap long year 8, bae hemi also sitim VANSTA Exam along wetem Provincial Examination. Year 10 students bambae oli sitim nation exam long end blong year. Oli on long fulap Internal Assessment naya, wok blo yu olsem wan parents hemi blong yu mekem sure se hemi stap kwaet long house blong mekem ol internal assessment ya along wetsm study in preparation towards end of ya important exams.

4. Olgeta days we classes i no on long hem since last week, administration i wantem assurum everyone, especially ol parents that, ol teachers oli work really hard since last week blong preparem ol lessons i ready gud istap long how blong targetem mo coverm ol topics in time , time we oli pikinini oli kamback blong resumem ol normal classes blong olgeta.

5. BOARDING FEE + DEVELOPMENT FEES: Spos yumi parents we i still kat some outstanding fees blong settelem, yu ready long hem blong time pikinini hemi kamback bakegen blong continue classes, bae karem ikm blong pemaot.

Spos yu still kat any other queries, yu no hesitate blong kolem ikam long administration blong sharem tingting blong yu.

Thank you tumas long understanding mo cooperations blong everyone.
God bless 🙏🏿

School Administration

Title: Disadvantages of Social Media for Students

Introduction:
In the digital age, social media has become an integral part of daily life, especially for young people. While it offers various opportunities for communication and networking, the excessive use of social media platforms can have detrimental effects on students' academic, social, and emotional well-being.

Impact on Academic Performance:
One of the most significant disadvantages of social media for students is its potential to negatively impact academic performance. Students often find themselves drawn into the endless scroll of social media feeds, leading to procrastination and reduced focus on their studies. The constant notifications and the allure of virtual connections can lead to decreased study time, missed assignments, and lower grades.

Distraction and Reduced Productivity:
Social media platforms are designed to be attention-grabbing, making it easy for students to get distracted while trying to complete tasks. The quick gratification of likes, comments, and shares can create a sense of urgency that interferes with sustained concentration. As a result, students may find it difficult to engage in deep, focused learning.

Negative Effects on Mental Health:
Excessive use of social media has been linked to various mental health issues among students. The constant comparison with peers' seemingly perfect lives, cyberbullying, and the pressure to conform to online trends can contribute to feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and depression. The curated online personas can blur the lines between reality and illusion, affecting students' self-esteem and overall emotional well-being.

Erosion of Real-Life Social Skills:
While social media promotes virtual connections, it can lead to a decline in real-life social skills. Students may become more comfortable communicating through screens than face-to-face interactions. This can hinder the development of essential interpersonal skills, such as effective communication, empathy, and active listening, which are vital for personal and professional growth.

Privacy and Security Concerns:
Students often share personal information, photos, and opinions on social media platforms without fully considering the potential consequences. This can leave them vulnerable to identity theft, cyberbullying, and breaches of privacy. Oversharing and lack of awareness about online safety can have lasting negative impacts on students' lives.

Addiction and Time Management Challenges:
The addictive nature of social media can lead to poor time management and reduced productivity. Students may find themselves spending hours on platforms, sacrificing valuable time that could be allocated to studying, hobbies, or real-life interactions.

Misinformation and Fake News:
The spread of misinformation and fake news is a significant concern on social media platforms. Students, who are often digital natives, may struggle to distinguish between accurate information and sensationalized or false content, leading to misunderstandings and misinformed opinions.

Conclusion:
While social media can offer connectivity and engagement, its disadvantages for students cannot be ignored. It is crucial for students to develop a healthy relationship with these platforms, using them responsibly and mindfully. Educators, parents, and students themselves need to prioritize digital literacy, emotional well-being, and real-life interactions, ensuring that the negative impacts of excessive social media use are minimized, and the benefits are harnessed in a balanced and meaningful manner.

Over VT62M European Union aid for cyclone victims

Over VT62M European Union aid for cyclone victims.
The European Union (EU) is providing €500,000 (nearly VT63 million) to provide crucial humanitarian assistance to families affected by tropical cyclones Judy and Kevin that have wreaked havoc across many parts of Vanuatu.

The aid will address the urgent needs of 26,000 people in some of the hardest-hit areas in the worst-hit provinces of MALAMPA, SANMA, TAFEA and TORBA.

In the aftermath of the emergency, Vanuatu activated the EU Civil Protection Mechanism requesting aerial means for assessment, and the transport of aid or response teams. The EU immediately deployed a Rapid Response Coordinator to help operations on the ground and provided further support through the Copernicus Satellite Service to monitor the situation. France responded by deploying a plane, a helicopter and a ship via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

“The back-to-back tropical cyclones have left a trail of destruction in Vanuatu, causing many to suffer the loss of homes, livelihoods and belongings,” said Karima Hammadi, who currently oversees EU humanitarian programmes in Vanuatu. “The EU funding will help get vital assistance to the most vulnerable people to support them during this hard time.”

“In Vanuatu, extreme weather events like cyclones are not a matter of if, but a matter of when,” said Sujiro Seam, the Ambassador of the EU to Vanuatu. “In line with its Indo-Pacific Strategy, the EU responded to cyclones Judy and Kevin, in a coordinated effort with France, its only member state present in Vanuatu, and local and international partners.”

One part of the funding will support ADRA in delivering much-needed assistance, while another part is an EU’s overall contribution to the Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF) of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The aid includes the provision of emergency shelter, essential household items, hygiene materials, as well as health and psychological support. Cash grants will also be provided to help some of the worst-hit families to meet their immediate needs.

Background

More than 80% of the total population across Vanuatu have been affected after the two category-4 storms Judy and Kevin hit the archipelago nation in quick succession at the beginning of March. Packing wind gusts of up to 220 kilometres per hour, the storms caused heavy rains and strong winds that devastated large parts of the country, including the capital, Port Vila.

The systems damaged homes, livelihoods and infrastructure, while also resulting in the temporary closures of airports and the loss of communications in many areas, cutting the island from the wider region for several days. Water sources have also been heavily contaminated. The situation prompted the government to declare a State of Emergency on March 2.

According to a United Nations report, over 2,800 people remained displaced in evacuation centres in the provinces of SHEFA and TAFEA, as of March 15, 2023.

The Toyota Tsusho South Pacific Holdings (TTSPH) Pty Ltd, through Asco Motors Vanuatu, donated over VT6 million to the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) on Monday to aid in the recovery process following the damages caused by Tropical Cyclones (TCs) Judy and Kevin.

The Chief executive Officer (CEO) of Asco Motors Vanuatu, Neil Stewart, stated that TTSPH recognises the need to support Vanuatu and its people in the aftermath of the two devastating cyclones.

The Director of Finance and Administration in the MoET, Gideon John, expressed his appreciation for the assistance provided by TTSPH. He explained that this is the first cash money that the Education cluster has received since the cyclones hit the country, and the funds will be used to repair minor damages to classrooms in Efate and Port Vila to provide students with a conducive learning environment.

Mr. John disclosed that the assessment of the damages caused by the cyclones to schools in SHEFA and TAFEA Provinces is expected to be completed this week. This will enable them to determine the total estimated costs for the recovery process. He also noted that the rapid assessment carried out in TAFEA Province, especially on the island of Tanna, showed that the new buildings built under the reconstruction after TC Pam in 2015 resisted the two recent cyclones.

These include 240 new buildings for primary schools, funded by the Australian Government, four secondary schools by the Asian Development Bank, and Teruja School in Aneityum financed by the World Bank.

Mr. John explained that the funds from the reconstruction after TC Pam mainly covered TAFEA, SHEFA, and MALAMPA Provinces. Meanwhile, the reconstruction under TC Harold will cover the island of Pentecost in PENAMA Province and will begin in SANMA Province later this year. As of now, some schools that were damaged by TC Harold are still using tents and tarpaulins.

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